ETS creates Faster TOEFL iBT® Registration Process in less than 3 minutes

ETS, the conducting body of TOEFL iBT®, announced a faster TOEFL iBT® registration process which can be completed in less than 3 minutes. This new process was implemented on October 1, 2024. Now, students can register for the TOEFL iBT test in just under five minutes with six simple steps.

Study Abroad: ETS has announced an important enhancement to the TOEFL iBT® test registration system. It will make the registration process easier and faster for candidates worldwide including India.

Mr. Sachin Jain, Country Manager, ETS India, said, “The TOEFL iBT test is globally recognized and accepted by over 13,000 institutions across more than 160 countries, making it a key tool for students aiming to study abroad. This update to the registration process is part of our continued efforts to meet the evolving needs of our test takers. With the test now shortened and the registration process simplified into just six steps, we're not only improving the overall customer experience but also making TOEFL more accessible. By listening to feedback and implementing these changes, we are ensuring that Indian students have a seamless and efficient start to their academic journeys.”

These new changes are implemented from October 1, 2024. The registration process is reduced into six simple steps. The following are the steps required to register for the test:

Step 1: The candidates need to create an account (username, email, password)

Step 2: Choose 1 or 2 tests

Step 3: They must select test date(s) and time(s)

Step 4: Test taker should enter personal information (name, address, phone)

Step 5: Add or decline featured test prep

Step 6: Review the shopping cart and make the payment

TOEFL Registration Process: More Details

It removed steps like selecting score recipients and additional information during registration. This information will now not be needed during the initial process. The new changes will make the process smoother for test takers.

“As part of TOEFL’s ongoing efforts to enhance the test experience, this update builds on recent improvements over the past three years, including the introduction of the shortened test (less than 2 hours), MyBest® scores, and the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, all aimed at making the test more accessible, particularly in India, where demand for international education is rising. Along with simplifying the registration process, ETS has also introduced several initiatives to support Indian students, including test fee cashback in partnership with HDFC Credila, merit scholarships based on TOEFL scores, and the TOEFL TestReady platform, which uses AI to offer personalized study plans and feedback. Additionally, ETS has launched the TOEFL Official Beginner’s Guide, specially curated for Indian students, providing free full-length practice tests, sample responses, answer keys, and audio files to ensure they are well-prepared for the TOEFL iBT® test,” reads the official statement.

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